Que sera, sera - whatever will be will be

[shadows_have_offended]

The news took a while to settle and, honestly, Neil still isn't entirely sure what to do with the knowledge. He's a college student now--or, rather, will be in September. He doesn't sign up for classes for months yet, but he's already looked over the catalog at least three times, trying to think what he'd like to do, now that he knows what he wants to do. It's all a huge relief, in a way. Maybe he can do Shakespeare in the Park again this summer. Maybe things will start to shape up more brightly.

In any case, he's celebrating. He sent out texts to all his friends, promising music and drinks and food--and a dog--to be shared by all. He tidied up a little, even, not that his apartment is ever very out of order in the first place. He doesn't really know how to decorate for a party like this, so he doesn't bother. Just makes sure there's lots of food and that the drinks are neatly arranged and that Beau's crate is set up in the bedroom, covered but open, so he can disappear if he'd like to.

He's not sure who all will come, but that doesn't really matter. He's just excited that he got in. It's the next step in his life, and it's his own step. That deserves to be celebrated no matter what.

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[patriotqueen]

The warning was for Neil, who could also get awfully attached. So, Guy was pleased Neil knew not to get too invested. "I'm sure it is," he replied wickedly. "Don't wear the poor boy out too much."

[shadows_have_offended]

Neil's well aware of his own failings with that. But for the moment, he's still stupidly attached on the most unattainable boy--and, in very different ways, with Guy. He's getting much better at trying to be distant while still being attainable. Focus on the fun, and he can get through anything.

"Oh, I suppose I can go easy on them."

[patriotqueen]

Oh, and Guy was rather attached to Neil as well, in his fashion. But he was always better at giving advice than taking it.

He laughed. "I'm glad you're doing so well," he said, passing a hand through Neil's hair.

[shadows_have_offended]

He's trying, at least, making a valiant effort at ignoring all else in favor of more pleasant things. His education, his stupid cafe job, this tangled mess of men he's entertaining. Yes, he's doing alright these days, even on the hard ones.

"Better than the alternative." He smiles as he says it, leaning into Guy just a little bit. Sometimes it's fun to be dark about his fate. Tonight, surrounded by good people and peppy music, is one of them.

[patriotqueen]

"I should certainly hope so," Guy agreed. He could het quite angry at Neil's chosen fate, but not tonight. He could agree with it and laugh tonight.